Official maps have shown the parts of Wales most at risk of future flooding.
In recent weeks, heavy rainfall has shown just how vulnerable huge areas of Wales are to flooding. The Usk and the Taf both burst their banks as Wales saw more than a months rain in 24 hours. This situation is only going to become more challenging as the impacts of climate change a continue to play out. You can read more about how climate change will affect weather in Wales here.
The Welsh Government and Natural Resources Wales regularly update interactive maps showing the levels of risk of flooding across Wales. Cymru was actually the first UK nation to do this and the maps take into account the future impact of climate change compels developers to take into account future flooding and coastal erosion risk.
